One Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp and Orzo

Name: One Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp and Orzo
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, fresh or frozen and thawed); 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 ½ cups orzo pasta (uncooked); 3 cups vegetable broth; ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced; ½ cup heavy cream

This amazing pasta and orzo dish features a creamy sauce and bites of sun-dried tomato for the perfect balance of comforting flavors!

Glycemic Load: 25.4 (High)

455 calories per serving

Serves: 4

Prep: 5 minutes

Cook: 15 minutes

Original recipe: dizzybusyandhungry.com

About This Calculation

One Pot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp and Orzo has a high glycemic load of 25.4 per serving — significant blood sugar impact — consider pairing with protein and fiber, or adjusting portion size.

The primary glycemic load contributors are orzo pasta (GL 24.2), sun-dried tomatoes (GL 0.9), heavy cream (GL 0.2). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.

Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.